AT&T smart phone activations cast doubt on upcoming Apple earnings

An iPhone 3G S waiting for "some time" to become activated on the AT&T Network. The company said it activated far fewer iPhones in its first quarter than it did in its fourth.

An iPhone 3G S waiting for "some time" to become activated on the AT&T Network. The company said it activated far fewer iPhones in its first quarter than it did in its fourth. (David Sarno / Los Angeles Times)

An iPhone 3G S waiting for "some time" to become activated on the AT&T Network. The company said it activated far fewer iPhones in its first quarter than it did in its fourth.David Sarno / Los Angeles Times